PhD Analytical Chemist

Come Join an Inclusive Team

The PhD Chemist will be part of a team of researchers supporting an analytical laboratory focused on polymer testing and characterization.   This position is responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing analytical methods including spectroscopic methods, wet chemistry methods, and other methods as assigned.  The researcher will act as an analytical chemistry subject matter expert to support internal and external customers. 

LyondellBasell's Cincinnati Technology Center (CTC) houses research and development facilities supporting LYB’s North American polymer business and Circular and Low Carbon Solutions polymer business.  CTC labs perform polymer testing and characterization, polymer processing, and catalyst system development.

A Day in the Life

• Develop, maintain, and optimize analytical methods in spectroscopy, wet chemistry, and other analytical techniques as needed.
     o Focus areas include - Gas Chromatography (GC), Liquid Chromatography (LC) and Mass Spectroscopy 
• Provide analytical chemistry subject matter expertise to internal organizations such as product development, application development, and manufacturing. 
• Collaborate with other research teams, laboratory associates, technical service, manufacturing, procurement, and external partners
• Lead and/or participate in project teams 
• Executing plans and work to ensure that strategic priorities yield measurable results and safe outcomes for the organization, employees, and customers
• Identify and implement analytical research projects to support business strategy and value creation 

You Bring This Value

• PhD in Chemistry or closely related field.
• 0-10 years of experience in analytical laboratory research and development or closely related field.
• Experience with multiple analytical techniques including Chromatography, Spectroscopy, thermal methods and other relevant methods

Preferred Qualifications 
• Background and experience in Polyolefins is preferred. 
• Experience with identifying unknown species 

What We Offer

LyondellBasell is proud to provide a competitive total compensation package designed to reward excellence and support the well-being of our employees. Our Total Rewards package includes equitable and market-competitive base pay as well as locally relevant incentives, fostering a culture of pay-for-performance that recognizes both individual and company achievements.   We extend the following benefits to *eligible employees: 

Workplace Flexibility: The Company’s Global Remote Work Policy allows eligible employees to request to work remotely up to two full days per standard work week at an approved location other than the designated worksite or office, such as at a home office with managerial approval.
Comprehensive Health, Welfare, Life, and Retirement Programs: Our comprehensive programs are aligned with local practices.

       6% LYB match on 401(k) contribution

       5% LYB cash balance pension plan accrual, Comprehensive 

Well-being Benefits: Programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social health, ensuring you receive the care you need, when you need it.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan: The LYB ESPP offers a 10% discount on LYB stock for eligible employees in Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, and the US.
Educational Assistance Program: To encourage self-development by providing financial aid for approved educational activities voluntarily undertaken by employees.
Bravo Rewards Program: Recognizing outstanding employee contributions.
Robust Medical and Life Insurance Packages: Offering a variety of coverage options to meet individual needs.
Professional Development: Opportunities to learn and grow through training, mentoring, work experiences, community involvement, and team-building activities.
Competitive Vacation Policies: Generous annual leave to support your work-life balance.
Global Adoption Policy: Support for employees expanding their families.
Matching Gifts Program: Enhance the impact of your charitable contributions to qualified organizations. 

*Eligibility for certain benefits and rewards programs will vary based on your job status, work location, and/or the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement and may be changed from time to time without notice, subject to applicable law.

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